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The home, which is located on waterfront property, sits atop cement columns as both a safety measure and to take advantage of the ocean views.

Nestled amongst native Araucaria trees, the cabin and its three elevated decks were carefully sited so as not to disturb any existing trees, which are protected by Chilean law. "This area is the only place on the planet where the Araucaria pine grows,

This 753-square-foot cabin by architect Jon Danielsen Aarhus is the getaway of our dreams.

Nikki Adcock and Rick Hill designed and built the Hideaway, a 162-square-foot cabin, to be a weekend retreat. It’s sided with Japanese cedar and features a matte black, corrugated steel roof that references traditional backcountry huts.

Set on 21 acres at the top of the Snoqualmie Valley, the 3,200-square-foot Maxon House represents a major lifestyle change for the Maxons, who previously lived in a split-level in a planned subdivision. "When you’re here, you just sit and watch what’s happening outside," says Lou. "It’s like the Weather Channel. We don’t even need the TV." Kim adds, "In spring everything explodes." Cedars, hemlocks, and vine maples shoot up from the fern-covered hillside.

The threshold between the indoor and outdoor space is marked by the wood band at the walls and ceiling, where doors slide open and closed.

The light-filled kitchen opens onto the indoor/outdoor area of the porch and features white and wood cabinets.